It eliminates the Republicans proposal to raise taxes on working families by cutting the earned income tax credit. It provide a safety net. albeit minimal. for high growth states such as Texas. Florida. and California and for recessions. It lets States give noncash vouchers to families whose welfare eligibility has expired. so they can buy essentials for children. None of these provisions were contained in previous socalled welfare reform. While I am supporting this legislation. I am troubled by the elimination of benefits for legal immigrants who have participated in the workforce and paid taxes. Harris County. TX. which I represent. currently faces a measles epidemic.
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